02/06/2026
The Fair Work Commission has announced this year’s Annual Wage Review decision.
The National Minimum Wage will increase to $1,004.90 per week or $26.44 per hour.
Minimum award wages will increase by 4.75%, provided that:
-the lowest rate in any award that applies to ongoing employment must be at least $1,004.90 per week or $26.44 per hour
- any entry-level rate that applies to the first 6 months (or less) of employment must be at least $978.10 per week or $25.74 per hour.
These increases apply from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2026.
We’re working to update our pay tools and website info with the new rates. You can find more info about the minimum wage increase and subscribe to our email updates to be notified when the new rates are available here: https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/workplace-laws/annual-wage-review/annual-wage-review-2026